This year we have had six candidates file for the
three available positions on the Adair County R-II School Board.
Those who have filed include incumbent Mary Magruder, Kenneth
Crandall, Monte Fisher, Douglas Clarkson, incumbent David Aldridge,
and Mark L. Moyer. Remember to vote on Tuesday, April 6, 1999
in the general election for your local Board members.

If you are not a registered voter, the last day to
register to vote in the general election is Wednesday, March 10.

SUPERINTENDENT'S COLUMN

As I sit here at my computer, I find it simply amazing
that another year has begun. Where did 1998 go, and why so fast?
Often my mind wanders back to the days of my youth. I recall the
schools and educators who played such major roles in my development.
The heart of a good educational system lies in its people. It
takes people who are willing to put in hours of work to create
successful schools.

During the week of January 25-31, 1999, communities
across the state honored the dedicated service of the public boards
of education during School Board Recognition Week. The goal was
to build awareness and understanding of the important function
an elected board of education plays in communities and schools.

As citizen advocates, individual board members face
a complex and often demanding job; yet, too few people fully understand
the scope and far-reaching implications of their responsibilities.
They play an important role in preserving the ideal of local control.

When was the last time you expressed your gratitude
for the important role these men and women play in the education
of our children? If you can't remember, maybe a thank you is long
over due. Many of our school children expressed their thanks by
creating thank you cards and presenting them to our board members.

We salute the public servants of the Adair County
R-II School District whose dedication and civic responsibility
make local control of public schools in our community possible.

SPELLING BEE

Since sponsorship for the Scripps Howard National
Spelling Bee is no longer provided by any local newspapers we
would like to announce that PTS will sponsor our local spelling
bee. The contest will take place on February 24 at 2:00 p.m. in
the cafeteria. Cash prizes will be awarded. First place will receive
$15.00, second place will receive $10.00 and third place will
receive $5.00. Parents and the public are welcome to attend.

BRASHEAR TOURNAMENT

The Adair County R-II 70th Annual Invitational Tournament
will be held from Monday, February 1 through Saturday, February
6 at the Brashear High School gymnasium. We will host seven teams:
Clark County JV, Douglass, Newtown-Harris, Novinger, Revere, St.
Thomas Seminary and Wyaconda.

The tournament brackets are included with this mailing
so you can find game times, etc. The girls format will consist
of pool play with two divisions of three teams. The Orange Division
will consist of the 1,4, and 5 seeds and the Black Division will
consist of the 2, 3 and 6 seeds. The two division winners will
play for 1st place, the two division second place teams
will play for 3rd place and the two division third
place teams will play for Consolation. The tie-breaker for a two-way
tie will be head to head and for a three-way tie it will be total
points allowed for two games.

The admission fees for the tournament games are $2.00
for students, $3.00 for adults, and $8.00 for family admission.
Family is defined as parent(s) and child(ren) only. We hope to
have good community support, as we always have, for the tournament
games.

We also ask you to remember our tournament is centered
around winning, as is true in any competition. More important
than winning, however, is the attitude with which the athletes
and fans approach the game. As fans we must do our best to set
a good example for those around us. Cheer for your favorite team
in the spirit of the game and leave the officiating to the professionals
who are trained for the task. We wish for each team to play their
best, and may the best team win.

MENU

Breakfast/Lunch

Breakfast each day includes cereal, milk, juice or fruit. New
regulations mandate the main entree for the day must be placed
on each tray (designated by * in daily menu).